Product Development - Fats & Oils Specialist (f/m/d)

Planet A Foods; Krailling; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a forward-thinking company as a Product Development Specialist focusing on Fats & Oils. You will innovate ChoViva products by conducting physical and chemical testing, collaborating with suppliers, and providing technical support. Enjoy a dynamic work environment that values creativity and teamwork, with healthy meals, generous vacation time, and a commitment to sustainability. This role offers the chance to make a real impact while indulging in delicious chocolate daily. If you're passionate about food science and eager to contribute to a sustainable future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Leistungen

Subsidized Daily Lunches

30 Days Paid Holiday

Flexible Working Hours

Discount to Urban Sports Club

Team-Building Events

Daily Chocolate Treats

Qualifikationen

• Experience in product development with edible fats & oils, preferably in confectionery.
• Strong understanding of fats & oils chemistry and physics.

Aufgaben

• Drive fat system strategies for ChoViva, optimizing performance and costs.
• Set up analytical tools to evaluate fat systems and provide technical support.

Kenntnisse

Edible Fats & Oils Application

Fats & Oils Chemistry

Laboratory Experience

Cost Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Ausbildung

Master's Degree in Food Science

Master's Degree in Chemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Do you want to make a delicious difference?

As a Product Development Specialist, focusing on Fats & Oils, you will develop new and innovative ChoViva products that meet consumer needs by performing physical and chemical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.

A Taste Of What To Expect

• Drive the implementation of fat system strategies for ChoViva across various applications to optimize performance and reduce recipe costs
• Set up and apply analytical tools and methodologies to evaluate fat systems, including crystallization behavior, melting profiles, and more
• Collaborate closely with fat suppliers and internal teams to integrate various fat systems into applications
• Provide technical support and training to customers, ensuring effective use of our fat solutions
• Research on alternative fats & oils and support the filing of new intellectual property

The Perfect Recipe Of Skills & Experience

• Experience in applying edible fats & oils in product development, ideally gained at a fat supplier or in the confectionery industry
• Deep understanding of fats & oils chemistry and physics
• Solid laboratory experience and a strong motivation to work in a hands-on lab environment independently
• Master's Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field
• Familiarity with cost engineering and recipe optimization
• Proactive, hands-on mindset with a problem-solving approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and interact with customers

A Sweet Package

• Healthy, Delicious Meals: Fresh, subsidized daily lunches, along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energized
• Generous Vacation Time: 30 days of paid holiday each year to recharge and pursue your personal passions
• Work-Life Flexibility: Flexible working hours and a flat-hierarchy environment where collaboration and open communication thrive
• Supporting Healthy Lifestyle: Discount to Urban Sports Club so you can stay active and fit
• Team-Building Events: Strengthen connections and foster a positive team dynamic
• Sensory Experiences: Evaluate and contribute to the flavor, color, and aroma of both current and future recipes
• Chocolate, Every. Single. Day: Because who wouldn't want to indulge in delicious chocolate every day?

About Us

We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.

We are on a journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold actions and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where ideas flourish, opportunities expand, and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward protecting the planet we love.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.